Full Text Searchable PDF User Manual
Operation Manual
for model VR2522
Part No.
A13607
Rev. 0 11/14/05
IMPORTANT
Please make certain that the person who is to use this equipment carefully
reads and understands these instructions before operating.
Pressure Washer
Table of Contents
Safety Guidelines/Definitions.................. 2
Consumer Saftey Information ................ 2
Important Safety Instructions ..............2-7
Carton Contents ...................................... 7
Assembly Instructions ............................. 8
Operating Instructions ...................... 9-13
Maintenance .................................... 13-14
Storage .................................................. 15
Trouble Shooting Guide .................. 15-16
Accessories ........................................... 16
Repairs ................................................... 17
Warranty................................................. 18
Español ............................................ 19-36
Français ........................................... 37-56
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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
Do not operate this unit until you have read and understand this
Operators Manual and the Engine Owners Manual for Safety,
Operation, and Maintenance Instructions.
READ AND SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
This product may not be equipped with a spark arresting muffl er.
If the product is not equipped and will be used around fl am ma ble
ma teri als, or on land covered with materials such as agricultural crops, forest, brush,
grass, or other similar items, then an ap proved spark arrester must be installed and
is legally required in the state of California. It is a violation of California statutes
section 130050 and/or sec tions 4442 and 4443 of the California Public Re sourc es
Code, unless the engine is equipped with a spark arrester, as defi ned in section 4442,
and maintained in ef fec tive work ing order. Spark arresters are also required on some
U.S. For est Service land and may also be legally required under other statutes and
or di nanc es.
This product contains chemicals, including lead, known to the State
of California to cause cancer, and birth defects or other reproductive
harm. Wash hands after handling.
CONSUMER SAFETY INFORMATION
SAFETY GUIDELINES - DEFINITIONS
Indicates an imminently
hazardous situation
which, if not avoided, will result in death
or serious injury.
Indicates a potentially
hazardous situation
which, if not avoided, could result in death
or serious injury.
Indicates a potentially
hazardous situation
which, if not avoided, may result in minor
or moderate injury.
Used without the safety
alert symbol indicates a
potentially hazardous situation which, if not
avoided, may result in property damage.
This manual contains information that is important for you to know and understand.
This information relates to protecting YOUR SAFETY and PREVENTING EQUIPMENT
PROBLEMS. To help you recognize this information, we use the symbols below. Please
read the manual and pay attention to these symbols.
RISK OF EXPLOSION OR FIRE
WHAT CAN HAPPEN
HOW TO PREVENT IT
• Spilled gas
o line and it’s vapors
can be come ignited from cigarette
sparks, electrical arcing, exhaust
gases and hot engine components
such as the muffler.
• Shut off en gine and allow it to cool
before adding fuel to the tank.
• Use care in fill ing tank to avoid
spilling fuel. Move pressure washer
away from fueling area before
starting en gine.
• Heat will ex pand fuel in the tank
which could result in spillage and
pos si ble fire explosion.
• Fill tank to 1/2" (12.7 mm) below
bottom of fi ller neck to provide space
for fuel expansion.
RISK OF EXPLOSION OR FIRE (CONTINUED)
WHAT CAN HAPPEN
HOW TO PREVENT IT
• Operating the pressure washer in an
ex plo sive en viron ment could re sult
in a fire.
• Operate and fuel equipment in
well-ven ti lat ed areas free from
ob struc tions. Equip areas with fire
extinguisher suit able for gas o line
fires.
• Materials placed against or near the
pressure washer can in ter fere with
its proper ventilation fea tures caus-
ing overheating and possible
ig ni tion of the materials.
• Never op
er ate pressure wash er in an
area containing dry brush or weeds.
• Muffler exhaust heat can damage
paint ed sur fac es, melt any material
sen si tive to heat (such as siding,
plas tic, rub ber, vinyl or the pressure
hose, itself), and dam age live plants.
• Always keep pressure washer a min i-
mum of 4' (1.2m) away from sur fac es
(such as houses, au to mo biles or
live plants) that could be
damaged from muffler exhaust heat.
• Improperly stored fuel could lead to
acciden tal ignition. Fuel im prop er ly
secured could get into the hands
of children or oth er un qual i fied
persons.
• Store fuel in an OSHA-ap proved con-
tain er, in a se cure location away from
work area.
• Use of acids, toxic or cor ro sive
chemicals, poisons, in sec ti cides, or
any kind of flam ma ble solvent with
this product could re sult in se ri ous
injury or death.
• Do not spray flammable liquids
DANGER: RISK TO BREATHING (ASPHYXIATION)
WHAT CAN HAPPEN
HOW TO PREVENT IT
• Breathing ex
haust fumes will cause
se ri ous injury or death! En gine
exhaust con tains carbon mon ox ide,
an odorless and deadly gas.
• Operate pressure washer in a well-
ventilated area. Avoid en closed
areas such as ga rag es, base ments,
etc.
• Never op
er ate unit in a lo ca tion
occupied by humans or animals.
• Some clean
ing fluids con tain sub-
stanc es which could cause injury to
skin, eyes or lungs.
• Use only clean ing fluids spe cif i cal-
ly rec om mend ed for high-pressure
washers. Fol low manufacturers
recommendations. Do not use
chlorine bleach or any other
corrosive compound.
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RISK OF FLUID INJECTION AND LACERATION
WHAT CAN HAPPEN
HOW TO PREVENT IT
• Your pressure washer operates at
fluid pressures and velocities high
enough to penetrate human and
animal flesh, which could result in
amputation or other serious injury.
Leaks caused by loose fittings or
worn or damaged hoses can result
in injection injuries. DO NOT TREAT
FLUID INJECTION AS A SIMPLE
CUT! See a physician immediately!
• Inspect the high-pressure hose
regularly. Replace the hose
immediately if it is damaged,
worn, has melted from contacting
the engine, or shows any signs
of cracks, bubbles, pinholes, or
other leakage. Never grasp a high-
pressure hose that is leaking or
damaged.
• Never touch, grasp or attempt to
cover a pinhole or similar water
leak on the high-pressure hose.
The stream of water IS under high
pressure and WILL penetrate skin.
• Never place hands in front of noz zle.
• Direct spray away from self and
others.
• Make sure hose and fit tings are
tightened and in good condition.
Never hold onto the hose or fittings
during op er a tion.
• Do not allow hose to contact muf fler.
• Never attach or remove wand
or hose fittings while sys tem is
pressurized.
• Injuries can result if system pressure
is not reduced before attempting
maintenance or disassembly.
• To relieve sys tem pres sure, shut off
engine, turn off water sup ply and pull
gun trigger until water stops flowing.
• Use only hoses and accessories
rated for pressure higher than your
pressure washer's PSI.
RISK OF INJURY FROM SPRAY
WHAT CAN HAPPEN
HOW TO PREVENT IT
• High-velocity fluid spray can cause
objects to break, propelling particles
at high speed.
• Light or unsecured objects can
become hazardous
projectiles.
• Always wear ANSI-approved Z87.1
safety glasses. Wear protective
clothing to protect against accidental
spraying.
• Never point wand at or spray people
or animals.
• Always secure trigger lock when
wand is not in service to prevent
accidental operation.
• Never permanently secure trigger in
pull-back (open) position.
RISK OF UNSAFE OPERATION
WHAT CAN HAPPEN
HOW TO PREVENT IT
• Unsafe op
er a tion of your pressure
wash er could lead to se ri ous in ju ry
or death to you or others.
• Do not use chlorine bleach or any
other corrosive compound.
• Be
come fa mil iar with the op er a tion
and con trols of the pressure washer.
• Keep operating area clear of all
persons, pets and obstacles.
• Do not operate the product when
fatigued or under the influence of
alcohol or drugs. Stay alert at all
times.
• Never defeat the safety fea tures of
this prod uct.
• Do not op er ate machine with
missing, broken or un au tho rized
parts.
• Never leave wand unattended while
unit is running.
• If proper starting procedure is not
followed, engine can kickback
causing serious hand and arm injury.
• If engine does not start after two
pulls, squeeze trigger of gun to
relieve pump pressure. Pull starter
cord slowly until resistance is felt.
Then pull cord rapidly to avoid
kickback and prevent hand or arm
injury.
• The spray gun/wand is a powerful
clean ing tool that could look like a toy
to a child.
• Keep chil
dren away from the
pressure washer at all times.
• Reactive force of spray will cause
gun/wand to kickback, and could
cause the op er a tor to slip or fall
or misdirect the spray. Im prop er
control of gun/wand can re sult in
in ju ries to self and others.
• Do not over reach or stand on an
unstable support.
• Do not use pressure washer while
standing on a ladder.
• Grip gun/wand firmly with both
hands. Expect the gun to kickback
when triggered.
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CARTON CONTENTS
Bagged Parts
Engine Frame
and Wheel
Assembly
High Pressure
Hose
Chemical
Hose
Spray Gun
Engine
Manual
Handle
Accessories
Panel
Screws
Allen
Wrench and
Cleaning
Tool
Multi-Adjustable
Spray Wand
Operation
Manual
RISK OF INJURY OR PROP ER TY DAMAGE WHEN
TRANSPORTING OR STORING
WHAT CAN HAPPEN
HOW TO PREVENT IT
• Fuel or oil can leak or spill and could
result in fire or breathing hazard. Se ri-
ous in ju ry or death can re sult. Fuel or
oil leaks will dam age carpet, paint or
oth er surfaces in ve hi cles or trailers.
• If pressure washer is equipped with
a fuel shut-off valve, turn the valve to
the OFF position before transporting
to avoid fuel leaks. If pres sure wash er
is not equipped with a fuel shut-off
valve, drain the fuel from tank before
trans port ing. Only trans port fuel in an
OSHA-approved container. Al ways
place pressure washer on a protective
mat when transporting to protect
against dam age to vehicle from leaks.
Re move pres sure washer from vehicle
immediately upon arrival at your
destination.
RISK OF HOT SURFACES
WHAT CAN HAPPEN
HOW TO PREVENT IT
• Con
tact with hot sur
fac es, such as
engines exhaust com po nents, could
result in se ri ous burn.
• During op
er a tion, touch only the con-
trol surfaces of the pres sure washer.
Keep children away from the pres sure
washer at all times. They may not be
able to recognize the haz ards of this
product.
RISK OF CHEMICAL BURN
WHAT CAN HAPPEN
HOW TO PREVENT IT
• Use of acids, toxic or cor ro sive
chemicals, poisons, in sec ti cides, or
any kind of flam ma ble solvent with
this product could re sult in se ri ous
injury or death.
• Do not use ac ids, gasoline, ker-
o sene, or any other flammable
materials in this product. Use only
household de ter gents, cleaners and
degreasers recommended for use in
pres sure washers.
• Wear pro
tec tive clothing to protect
eyes and skin from con tact with
sprayed materials.
RISK OF ELEC TRI CAL SHOCK
WHAT CAN HAPPEN
HOW TO PREVENT IT
• Spray di
rect ed at elec tri cal outlets or
switch es, or ob jects con nect ed to
an elec tri cal circuit, could re sult in a
fatal electrical shock.
• Unplug any elec
tri cal ly op er at ed
product before attempting to clean
it. Direct spray away from electric
out lets and switches.
RISK OF INJURY FROM LIFTING
WHAT CAN HAPPEN
HOW TO PREVENT IT
• Serious injury can result from
attempting to lift too heavy an
object.
• The pressure washer is too heavy
to be lifted by one person. Obtain
assistance from others before lifting.
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4. Connect wand to gun. Tighten
securely.
5. Attach
high
pressure hose
to gun. Tighten
se cure ly.
6. To Assemble Accessories Panel
a. Align the screw boss on the
accessories panel assembly
with the hole in the handle
and slide accessories panel
assembly onto handle.
b. Secure accessories panel
assembly to handle with
screws. Do not overtighten.
7. Roll the unit off the carton and
discard carton.
NOTE: The pump on this unit is
maintenance free and requires no oil,
If there is a problem with the pump
contact an Authorized Service Center.
1.
Locate and remove all loose
parts from the carton.
2. Cut
four
corners of the carton from
top to bottom and lay the panels
fl at.
3.
Place handle onto frame, depress
the snap buttons, and slide the
handle assembly onto the frame
until snap buttons snap into place.
Risk of personal
injury. Avoid
placing hands between handle and
frame when assembling to prevent
pinching.
ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS
Screws
Handle
Screw
Boss
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
BASIC ELEMENTS OF A
PRESSURE WASHER
High Pressure Pump (located inside
the shroud): Increases the pressure
of the water supply.
Engine: Drives the high pressure
pump.
High Pressure Hose: Carries the
pressurized water from the pump to
the gun and spray wand.
Spray Gun: Connects with spray
wand to control water flow rate,
direction, and pressure.
Multi-Adjustable Spray Wand:
Allows the user to use high or low
pressure and adjusts from a pencil
stream (0°) to a wide angle fan
spray (40°). See How To Use Wand
instructions in this section.
Chemical Hose (not shown): Feeds
cleaning agents into the pump to
mix with the water. See How To
Apply Chemicals/Cleaning Solvents
instructions in this section.
Compare the illustrations with your unit to familiarize yourself with the location
of various controls and adjustments. Save this manual for future reference.
Engine
High
Pressure
Hose
Spray
Gun
Multi-
Adjustable
Spray Wand
High Pressure Pump
(located inside the shroud)
BASIC ELEMENTS OF AN
ENGINE
Refer to the engine manual for location
and operation of engine controls.
Choke Control: Opens and closes
carburetor choke valve.
Starter Grip: Pulling starter grip
operates recoil starter to crank engine.
Fuel Valve Lever: Opens/closes
connection between fuel tank and
carburetor.
Engine Switch: Enables and disables
ignition system.
PRESSURE WASHER
TERMINOLOGY
PSI: Pounds per Square Inch. The
unit of measure for water pressure.
Also used for air pressure, hydraulic
pressure, etc.
GPM: Gallons Per Minute. The unit of
measure for the fl ow rate of water.
CU: Cleaning Units. GPM multiplied
by PSI. GPM x PSI = CU
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PRESSURE WASHER
OPERATING FEATURES
PRESSURE ADJUSTMENTS
The pressure setting is preset at the
factory to achieve op ti mum pres sure
and cleaning. If you need to lower the
pres sure, it can be accomplished by
these meth ods.
1. Back away from the sur face
to be cleaned. The further away
you are, the less the pressure will
be on the surface to be cleaned.
2. Rotate the nozzle at the end
of the multi-adjustable spray
wand to widen the fan spray.
The wider fan spray will minimize
the pressure on the surface to be
cleaned.
DO NOT attempt
to increase pump
pressure. A higher pressure setting
than the factory set pressure may
damage pump.
Bypass Mode: Allows water to
re-circulate within pump when the gun
trigger is not pulled.
Allowing the unit to
run for more than
two minutes without the gun trigger
pulled could cause overheating and
damage to the pump.
Chemical Injection System: Mixes
cleaners or cleaning solvents with
the water to improve cleaning
effectiveness.
Water Supply: All pressure washers must
have a source of water. The minimum
requirements for a water supply are 20
PSI and 5 gallons per minute.
Risk of fluid
injection. Do not
direct discharge stream toward
persons, unprotected skin, eyes or
any pets or animals. Serious injury
will occur.
For high pressure operation, pull back
the nozzle of the multi-adjustable
spray wand as shown.
The nozzle at the end of the multi-
adjustable spray wand can be rotated
to change the high pressure spray
pattern from a 0º pencil stream to a
40º fan spray, as shown. Markings
have been placed on the nozzle to
help you select the spray pattern.
For low pressure operation, extend
the nozzle of the multi-adjustable
spray wand as shown.
The powerful
spray from your
pressure washer is capable of
causing damage to surfaces such
as wood, glass, automobile paint,
auto striping and trim, and delicate
objects such as fl owers and shrubs.
Before spraying, check the item to
be cleaned to assure yourself that it
is strong enough to resist damage
from the force of the spray.
Low
Pressure
High
Pressure
40º fan spray
0º pencil stream
HOW TO USE SPRAY WAND
Your pressure washer is equipped
with a multi-adjustable spray wand
with both high and low pressure
settings. The high pressure setting
is for cleaning and rinsing, the low
pressure setting is for applying
chemicals or cleaning solutions to
surfaces.
To reduce the risk of injury, read the pressure washer
instruction manual and the engine instruction manual before
starting pressure washer.
Risk of fluid injection and laceration. When using the high-pressure
setting, DO NOT allow the high-pressure spray to come in contact
with unprotected skin, eyes, or with any pets or animals. Serious injury will occur.
• Your washer operates at fl uid pressures and velocities high enough to penetrate
human and animal fl esh, which could result in amputation or other serious injury.
Leaks caused by loose fi ttings or worn or damaged hoses can result in injection
injuries. DO NOT TREAT FLUID INJECTION AS A SIMPLE CUT! See a physician
immediately!
Risk of Fire, Asphyxiation and Burn. NEVER fill fuel tank when
engine is running or hot. Do not smoke when filling fuel tank.
• NEVER fi ll fuel tank completely. Fill tank to 1/2" below bottom of fi ller neck to
provide space for fuel expansion. Wipe any fuel spillage from engine and equipment
before starting engine.
• NEVER run engine in doors or in en closed, poorly ven ti lat ed areas. En gine exhaust
con tains carbon mon ox ide, an odorless and deadly gas.
• DO NOT let hoses come in contact with very hot engine muffl er during or
immediately after use of your pressure washer. Damage to hoses from contact with
hot engine surfaces will NOT be covered by warranty.
Risk of property damage. NEVER pull water supply hose to move
pres sure washer. This could damage hose and/or pump inlet.
• DO NOT use hot water, use cold water only.
• NEVER turn water supply off while pressure washer engine is running or damage to
pump will result.
• DO NOT stop spraying water for more than two minutes at a time. Pump operates in
bypass mode when spray gun trigger is not pressed. If pump is left in bypass mode
for more than two minutes internal components of the pump can be damaged.
If you do not understand these precautions, please call 1-800-888-2468 to speak to a
service representative for further instructions.
NOTE: For every 7 gallons
of water pumped 1 gallon of
chemical/cleaning solution will be
used.
3. Set
multi-adjustable
nozzle to
low pressure setting. See How
To Use Wand paragraph in this
section.
4. After use of chemicals, place
chemical hose into container
of clean water and draw
clean water through chemical
injection system to rinse
system thoroughly. If chemicals
remain in the pump it could be
damaged. Pumps damaged due
to chemicals will not be covered
under warranty.
NOTE: Chemicals and soaps will not
siphon when spray wand is in the high
pressure setting.
HOW TO APPLY
CHEMICALS/CLEANING
SOLVENTS
Applying chemicals or cleaning
solvents is a low pressure operation.
NOTE: Use only soaps and chemicals
designed for pressure washer use. Do
not use bleach.
To Apply chemicals:
1. Press
chemical
hose onto
barbed fi tting
located near high
pressure hose
connection of pump as shown.
2. Place
other
end
of chemical
hose with fi lter on it into container
holding chemical/cleaning
solution.
Barbed Fitting
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9. Remove all air from the pump
and high pressure hose by
depressing trigger until a steady
stream of water is present.
10. Start engine. See Engine Owners
Manual for correct procedure.
Risk of unsafe
operation. If engine
does not start after two pulls,
squeeze trigger of gun to relieve
pump pressure. Pull starter cord
slowly until resistance is felt. Then
pull cord rapidly to avoid kickback
and prevent hand or arm injury.
11. Depress trigger on gun to start
water fl ow.
Risk of unsafe
operation. Stand
on a stable surface and grip
gun/spray wand fi rmly with both
hands. Expect the gun to kick when
triggered.
12. Release trigger to stop water
fl ow.
Risk of injury from
spray. Always
engage the trigger lock when gun
is not in use. Failure to do so could
cause accidental spraying.
13. Adjust nozzle spray for the task
being performed. See How To Use
Wand instructions in this section.
SHUTTING DOWN
1. After
each
use, if you have applied
chemicals, place chemical hose
into container of clean water and
draw clean water through chemical
injection system to rinse system
thoroughly.
Risk of property
damage. Failure
to do so could cause damage to the
pump.
STARTING
Prior to starting, refer to your engine
manual for proper starting procedure.
1.
In a well ventilated outdoor
area add fresh, high quality,
unleaded gasoline with a pump
octane rating of 86 or higher. Do
not overfi ll. Wipe up spilled fuel
before starting the engine. Refer to
Engine Owners Manual for correct
procedure.
2. Check engine oil level. See
Engine Owners Manual for correct
procedure.
3. Connect the water hose to the
water source.
Turn the water source
on to remove all air from the hose.
When a steady stream of water is
present, turn the water source off.
4. V e r i f y t h e
filter screen
i s i n w a t e r
inlet of pump.
NOTE: Cone
side faces out.
5. Connect water source to pump
inlet. NOTE: Water source must
provide a minimum of 5 gallons
per minute at 20 PSI.
6. Connect high pressure hose to
pump outlet.
7.
If applying a chemical or
cleaning solution, see How
To Apply Chemicals/Cleaning
Solvents instructions in this
section.
8.
Turn water source on.
Risk of property
damage. Failure to
do so could cause damage to the
pump.
Filter Screen
High
Pressure
Hose
Hook-up
1. Shut off the pressure washer
and turn off the water supply.
2. Disconnect spark plug wire to
insure the unit will not start while
performing maintenance.
3. Pull trigger on gun handle to
relieve any water pressure.
4. Disconnect the wand from the
gun.
5. Remove the nozzle from the
end of the wand with the 2mm
allen wrench provided as shown.
6. Clean
the
nozzle using the nozzle
cleaner provided or a straightened
paper clip. Insert into the nozzle
end and work back and forth until
ob struc tion is re moved.
7. Direct water supply into nozzle
end to backfl ush loosened
particles for 30 seconds.
8. Reconnect
spark
plug
wire
9. Reassemble the nozzle to
the wand. Tighten securely to
prevent leaks.
10. Reconnect wand to gun and
turn on water supply.
11. Start pressure washer and
place wand into high pressure
setting to test.
MAINTENANCE
Risk of burn hazard.
When performing
maintenance, you may be exposed
to hot surfaces, water pressure or
moving parts that can cause serious
injury or death.
Risk of fire hazard.
Always disconnect,
spark plug wire, let the engine
cool and release all water pressure
before performing any maintenance
or repair. The engine contains
flammable fuel. Do not smoke or
work near open flames while
performing maintenance.
To ensure effi cient operation and
longer life of your pressure washer, a
routine maintenance schedule should
be prepared and followed. If the
pressure washer is used in unusual
conditions, such as high-temperatures
or dusty conditions, more fre quent
maintenance checks will be required.
ENGINE
Consult the Engine Owners Manual for
the man u fac tur er's recommendations
for any and all maintenance. NOTE:
The engine drain plug is located at the
rear of the unit.
PUMP
The pump on this unit is maintenance
free and requires no oil, if there is a
problem with the pump contact an
Authorized Service Center.
NOZZLE CLEANING
If the nozzle becomes clogged
with foreign matter, such as dirt,
excessive pressure may develop. If
the nozzle becomes partially clogged
or restricted, the pump pressure will
pulsate. Clean the nozzle immediately
using the nozzle kit supplied and the
following instructions:
2.
Turn engine off. See Engine
Owner’s Manual.
Risk of property
damage. NEVER
turn the water off with the engine
running.
3.
Turn water source off.
4.
Pull trigger on spray gun to relieve
any water pressure in hose or spray
gun.
5. See
Storage
section in this manual
for proper storage procedures.
Trigger Lock Engaged
Water
Source
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ENGINE
Consult the Engine Owners Manual for
the manufacturer's recommendations
for storage.
PUMP
The manufacturer recommends using
a pump protector/winterizer, such as
DP80, when storing the unit for more
than 30 days and/or when freezing
temperatures are expected. If a pump
protector/winterizer is not available, RV
antifreeze or windshield washer fluid
needs to be run through the pump as
outlined in the steps below.
NOTE: Using a pump protector/
winterizer, RV antifreeze or windshield
washer fluid is to provide proper
lubrication to the internal seals of the
pump regardless of temperature or
environment.
1. Obtain a funnel, 6 oz. of RV
antifreeze or windshield washer
fluid, and 16–36" of garden hose
with a male hose connector
attached to one end.
Risk of property
damage. Use only
RV antifreeze. Any other an ti freeze is
corrosive and can damage pump.
2.
Disconnect spark plug wire.
3. C o n n e c t
length of
g a r d e n
h o s e t o
water inlet
of pump.
4. Add RV antifreeze or windshield
washer fluid to hose as shown.
5. Pull engine starter rope slowly
several times until antifreeze/
washer fluid comes out of high-
pressure hose con
nec tion of
pump.
6. Remove garden hose from water
inlet of pump.
7. Reconnect spark plug wire.
PRESSURE WASHER
1. Drain all water from high-
pressure hose, coil it and store it
in cradle of the pressure washer
handle.
2. With nozzle pointed down and
the spray gun and wand in a
vertical position, squeeze trigger
to drain all water from spray gun
and wand. Store in gun holder.
3. Store chemical hose so it is
protected from dam age.
ACCESSORIES PANEL
The accessories panel was designed
to hold several accessories that can
be purchased separately at the store
where this pressure washer was
purchased.
STORAGE
Air in hose.
Turn off the engine, then the
water source. Disconnect the
water source from the pump inlet
and turn the water source on
to remove all air from the hose.
When there is a steady stream
of water present, turn water
source off. Re- con nect water
source to pump inlet and turn on
wa ter source. Squeeze trigger to
re move re main ing air
TROUBLE SHOOTING GUIDE
PROBLEM
Engine will
not start (see
Engine Manual
for further
engine
troubleshooting)
CAUSE
CORRECTION
No fuel.
Add Fuel.
Pressure builds up after two pulls
on the recoil starter or after initial
use.
Squeeze gun trigger to relieve
pres sure.
Spark plug wire not attached.
Attach spark plug wire.
Choke lever in the "Choke"
position on a "hot" engine or an
engine that has been exposed to
thermal heat for a long period of
time.
Move choke to the "No Choke"
po si tion.
Choke lever in the "No Choke"
position.
Move choke to the "Choke"
po si tion.
Engine ON/OFF switch in OFF
po si tion.
Place engine ON/OFF switch in
ON position.
Fuel valve closed
Move the fuel valve lever to the
“Open” position.
No or low
pressure
(initial use)
Spray wand not in high pressure.
See How to Use Spray Wand
instructions in the Operation
Section.
Low water supply.
Water supply must be at least 5
GPM @ 20 PSI.
Leak at high pressure hose fitting.
Repair leak. Apply sealant tape
if necessary.
Nozzle obstructed.
See Nozzle Cleaning instructions
in the Maintenance section.
Water filter screen clogged.
Remove and clean filter.
High pressure hose is too long.
Use high pressure hose under
100 feet.
Choke lever in the “Choke” position.
Move choke to the “No Choke”
po si tion.
AWSC = Authorized Warranty Service Center
HOW TO CLEAN THE WATER
INLET FILTER
This screen fi lter should be checked
periodically and cleaned if necessary.
1. Remove
fi lter
by grasping end
and removing
it from water
inlet of pump as
shown.
Filter Screen
2. Clean
fi lter by fl ushing it with
water on both sides.
3. Re-insert
fi lter into water inlet
of pump. NOTE: Cone side faces
out.
NOTE: Do not operate pressure
washer without fi lter properly installed.
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Water
leaking at
pump
Water leaking
at gun/
spray wand
connection
No or low
pressure
(after period
of normal
use)
PROBLEM
CAUSE
CORRECTION
Spray wand not in low pressure.
See How to Use Spray Wand
paragraph in the Operation
Section.
Chemical screen not in cleaning
solution.
Clean filter.
Chemical too thick.
Dilute chemical. Chemical should
be the same consistency as water.
Pressure hose is too long
Lengthen water supply hose
instead of high pressure hose.
Chemical build up in chemical
injector.
Have parts cleaned or replaced
by AWSC.
Worn seal or packing
Have replaced by AWSC.
Worn or obstructed valves.
Have replaced by AWSC.
Worn unloader piston.
Have replaced by AWSC.
Check and replace.
Loose hose connection.
Loose connections.
Tighten.
Piston packings worn.
Have replaced by AWSC.
Worn or broken o-rings.
Have replaced by AWSC.
Pump head or tubes damaged
from freezing.
Have replaced by AWSC.
Will not draw
chemicals
Make sure end of chemical hose
is fully submerged into cleaning
solution.
Chemical filter clogged.
Worn or broken o-ring.
Tighten.
Nozzle obstructed.
See Nozzle Cleaning paragraph in
the Maintenance section for the
correct procedure.
Pump
Pulsates
AWSC = Authorized Warranty Service Center
ACCESSORIES
Recommended accessories for use with your pressure washer are available for
purchase from your local retailer or authorized service center. If you need assistance
in locating any accessory for your tool, please call
1-800-888-2468
or visit our website
www.excellpressurewasher.com
.
The use of any other accessory not recommended for
use with this tool could be hazardous. Use only EXCELL
branded accessories rated equal to or greater than the rating of the pressure
washer.
REPAIRS
To assure product SAFETY and RELIABILITY, repairs, maintenance and
adjustment should be performed by an Authorized Warranty Service Center.
Always use identical replacement parts. For the location of the nearest
Authorized Warranty Service Center call 1-800-888-2468 or visit our website
www.excellpressurewasher.com.
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LIMITED WARRANTY
ONE YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY ON PRODUCT COMPONENTS EXCLUDING IC2 PUMP
Black & Decker (U.S.) Inc. warrants to the original purchaser that the frame, wheels,
gun, hose, wand, spray nozzle(s) and other components (excluding the IC2 pump) of the
Excell pressure washers covered under this warranty are free from defects in material and
workmanship for one year from the date of purchase.
TWO YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY ON IC2 PUMP
Black & Decker warrants to the original purchaser that the IC2 pump of the Excell pressure
washers covered under this warranty is free from defects in material and workmanship
for two years from the date of purchase. The two year limited warranty applies to the IC2
pump only.
Black & Decker will repair or replace, at Black & Decker option, products or components
which have failed within the above warranty periods. Service will be scheduled according
to the normal work fl ow and business hours at the service center location, and the
availability of replacement parts. All decisions of Black & Decker with regard to this limited
warranty shall be fi nal.
This warranty gives you specifi c legal rights, and you may also have other rights which
vary from state to state.
RESPONSIBILITY OF ORIGINAL PURCHASER (Initial User):
•
To process a warranty claim on your Excell pressure washer, return it to the place of
purchase.
•
Retain original cash register sales receipt as proof of purchase for warranty work.
•
Use reasonable care in the operation and maintenance of the product as described in
the Owners Manual(s).
THIS WARRANTY DOES NOT COVER:
•
Merchandise sold as reconditioned, used as rental equipment, or fl oor or display
models.
•
Merchandise that has become damaged or inoperative because of ordinary wear,
misuse, cold, heat, rain, excessive humidity, freeze damage, use of improper
chemicals, negligence, accident, failure to operate the product in accordance with the
instructions provided in the Owners Manual(s) supplied with the product, improper
maintenance, the use of accessories or attachments not recommended by Black &
Decker, or unauthorized repair or alterations.
•
Repair and transportation costs of merchandise determined not to be defective.
•
Costs associated with assembly, required oil, adjustments or other installation and
start-up costs.
•
Expendable parts or accessories supplied with the product which are expected to
become inoperative or unusable after a reasonable period of use, including but not
limited to springs, nozzles, o-rings, washers, and similar accessories.
•
Merchandise sold by Black & Decker which has been manufactured by and identifi ed
as the product of another company, such as gasoline engines. The product
manufacturer’s warranty, if any, will apply.
•
ANY INCIDENTAL, INDIRECT OR CONSEQUENTIAL LOSS, DAMAGE, OR
EXPENSE THAT MAY RESULT FROM ANY DEFECT, FAILURE OR MALFUNCTION
OF THE PRODUCT IS NOT COVERED BY THIS WARRANTY. Some states do not
allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages, so the above
limitation or exclusion may not apply to you.
•
IMPLIED WARRANTIES, INCLUDING THOSE OF MERCHANTABILITY OR
FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE, ARE LIMITED TO ONE YEAR FROM
THE DATE OF ORIGINAL PURCHASE. Some states do not allow limitations on how
long an implied warranty lasts, so the above limitations may not apply to you.
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Manual de operación
para el modelo VR2522
IMPORTANTE
Asegúrese de que la persona que va a usar esta herramienta lea cuidadosamente
y comprenda estas instrucciones antes de utilizarla.
Lavadora a presión
Contenido
Normas de seguridad/definiciones. . . . . . . .20
Información de seguridad para el
consumidor . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .20
Instrucciones importantes de seguridad. . . . . .
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20-25
Contenido de la caja . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .25
Instrucciones para armar. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .26
Instrucciones de operación . . . . . . . . . . . 27-31
Mantenimiento . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .32
Almacenaje . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32-33
Guía de diagnóstico de problemas. . . . . 33-34
Accesorios . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .35
Reparaciones . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .35
Garantía . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .36
English . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-18
Français . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37-56
Registre toda la información y adhiera
el comprobante de compra aquí para
referencia futura.
Fecha de compra:_______________________
N° de serie: ____________________________
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